Fork Road

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 85 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • optimization
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"Fork Road" is a first-person atmospheric game, where you must escape confined spaces by observing the environment and using new gameplay methods. With simple controls, you'll interact with your surroundings and solve puzzles to advance through each level, choosing one of two paths to find the correct escape route. The game contains horror elements and is recommended for experienced players. Playtime averages 45-60 minutes, with potential for replay to discover all elements.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

76%
Audience ScoreBased on 85 reviews
humor7 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game is a fun and humorous experience, with enjoyable puzzles and effective jump scares.
  • It offers replayability with multiple endings based on player choices, making it engaging for players.
  • The developers have created a unique concept that plays with player emotions, providing a light-hearted take on horror.
  • The game is very short, lasting around 45-60 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
  • It suffers from poor optimization, leading to low frame rates and graphical glitches during gameplay.
  • Many players found the jump scares to be repetitive and not genuinely scary, detracting from the horror experience.
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on reading messages, interacting with the environment, and making choices based on the narrator's questions. While the mechanics are engaging and the visuals are detailed, some players feel that the humor and charm do not compensate for a lack of clever gameplay. Additionally, technical issues like glitches on larger screens have been noted, which can detract from the overall experience.

    • “Fork Road is a first-person horror game that bases its charm on its main playable mechanic: trying to choose the right path depending on the answer to the question asked by the narrator.”
    • “The gameplay is very simple: we have to read the messages in the game, interact with the environment, and choose between two answers.”
    • “Fork Road is a first-person 'horror' game that bases its charm on its main playable mechanic: trying to choose the right path depending on the answer to the question asked by the narrator.”
    • “Although they are different games, their gameplay premise is the same: you have to look carefully at the scenery to find the solution.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and enjoyable, particularly in how it complements the jump scares. Many reviewers noted that the developers' enthusiasm is evident, contributing to the overall comedic experience, although some felt that the humor could fall flat without clever gameplay to support it. Overall, the blend of humor and horror creates a fun atmosphere that resonates well with players.

    • “Hilarious short horror game!”
    • “But it's funny, and playing through it I could tell the dev(s) enjoyed making it.”
    • “The jump scares in this game had me laughing so hard.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, forcing players to lower graphics settings to achieve playable performance. Many users report that the game's technical shortcomings detract from the overall experience.

    • “The only downside is that there is no actual horror in this except for scary-looking monsters that jump scare you, and it is very poorly optimized to the point I could only play on low quality or else my computer struggled.”
    • “Optimization is terrible.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are generally well-received, but some users have noted minor issues, such as white lines appearing on the side of the screen during certain actions like turning or opening doors.

    • “Although there are some small graphical issues, when you turn or open a door, some white lines appear on the side of the screen (you can see it in the video).”
  • story2 mentions

    The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.

    • “There is no story to speak of.”
    • “The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
    • “The storyline is completely absent.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express that the game evokes a sense of vulnerability and introspection, leading to a profound emotional experience that challenges their perceptions in a positive manner.

    • “Made me feel stupid in the best kind of way.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has limited replayability due to its short length and the fact that once all the rooms have been solved, there is little incentive to play again.

    • “It is very short, and once you have solved all the rooms, it is not replayable.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users have reported stability issues, specifically mentioning the occurrence of white glitches during gameplay.

    • “However, I did encounter some issues with white glitches.”
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